The Ebony Alpha

Dear readers it was brought to my attention that I have become what I swore I would not.....an absent author with an unfinished story.

I didn't realize that the last chapter was posted in December of 2014. UGH! This chapter has been sitting unfinished for quite a while and I'm embarrassed by that.

I love writing and sharing my stories with you, but the editing sucks, and I suck at editing most of the time.

But as I submit this chapter I hope you will forgive anything I might have missed and forgive me as well for the delay. Please enjoy the Ebony Alpha Chapter 27.

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Jacques hung up his phone with a heavy sigh. He had just heard from Broussard and knew he had to inform Andrew of his report.

His sire Ursula was apparently on her way to the Chambers compound.

Since Andrew had given his blood to change Carlotta into a Vampire he knew there would be trouble. The usual procedure for any transformation was to get permission from the Vampire Council or at the least, your Sire. Andrew had done none of that.

To anyone else the circumstances of Carlotta's entrance into immortality would be understandable, but this was Ursula they were talking about. She didn't have an understanding bone in her body.

She knew that Andrew was not her mate, and since he refused to mate with her she had made his life a living hell.

Ursula was such a thorn in his side. Jacques didn't want her causing trouble on the Chambers compound. She was a very powerful and ancient vampire. He would discuss things with Andrew and Silas before they made a final decision. But enough of this he had other things to worry about.

He had informed all of the Alphas of Fabio Marconi's demise, and asked them to relay the information to their packs. The Were Council would make a full report after their meeting next month.

Things had been quite peaceful over the weekend and they expected Jackson and Megan to arrive soon. The others were driving back but Napoleon had insisted on flying those two in his new toy a shiny black helicopter.

It was great they lived long lives. It gave them time to learn new things. Napoleon had decided to learn to fly and added the helicopter to his collection of mechanical items.

Joslyn was not thrilled. Jacques couldn't help but laugh. The little woman was tired of all the things her mate had collected over the years. There would be more. No doubt about it.

The large man gently left the bed as to not wake his mate. He needed to run. The drama that had unfolded over the past week had been too much for him.

Maybe he was getting too old for this shit. Would someone else be willing to take over the director's spot from him? Broussard would have been a good choice but he was too prejudiced.

Andrew would be a better fit but he may not want to be tied down; after all he just got his family back. He would keep thinking as he ran.

A good run was the best thing to help him clear his mind, and right now he needed to do just that. Jacques stood at the terrace door and jumped over the railing; landing in the dew covered grass as his large red wolf.

The sunrise was calling and he wanted to chase a few rabbits as he forgot about his troubles.

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Jacques ended his run right in time to join the pack for breakfast. His quick snack of young possum did nothing to quell his hunger and he was ready to eat his fill.

Desiree didn't question her mate. She knew him well enough to sense when he was contemplating a problem and she left him in peace. She longed to see her new grandchildren and went to visit her daughter.

A loud noise filled the sky and hovered over the open field at the edge of the clearing. It was Napoleon and his companions arriving form Baton Rouge.

The large black helicopter landed blowing dust everywhere and the pack waited far away until the blades stopped turning.

Megan and Joslyn were the first to disembark from the Helicopter. They were soon followed by Alicia and the two Alphas.

Silas Chambers rushed to meet them and greeted them warmly.

"Welcome to the Chambers pack lands my friends. It is wonderful to see you again. Where are my other pack members Alicia?" Silas questioned the anxious young woman.

"They will arrive in a few hours my Alpha. They decided to come home by Limo."

Stephen rushed to greet his mate and everyone laughed at the sight of the newly mated pair as they rushed away to make up for lost time.

"I couldn't believe that Stephen didn't stop to say hello to us Megan." Jackson joked. He should know as well as anyone what new mates had on their minds.

"I am sure we will see him in a few days Jackson. But there is always Sullivan and Maddie." As if reading her thoughts their two friends burst into their midst and grabbed them in hugs.

"I've missed you so Megan, I can't wait to tell you everything that has been going on around here."

"Excuse me!" Silas barked at the growing throng around the new arrivals.

"Let me get our guests settled and then we can all catch up. I'm sure they would like to freshen up and eat before we have our reunions."

The pack retreated and let their Alpha lead his guest to the main house where they would be staying.

The pack was in awe to see the Ebony Alpha and the Chosen One in person. They were a good match and they could feel the love vibrating around them. It was like a great heat wave encompassing them all.

She was even more beautiful than they had seen on the monitors during the Blood Moon Ceremony. Her hair was like a living thing and it bounced with copper magic.

And the dark Alpha with hypnotic hazel eyes was large enough to win any challenge that came his way. Yes they looked beautiful and their reputations portrayed them to be just as wonderful inside as well.

Silas felt the same awe that his pack did, but he knew this Alpha and his mate were not ordinary Weres. Luna had blessed them to bring prosperity to all the Were Nation.

They would only see their special powers if the need arose. After all that had happened over the past few days, he hoped that nothing else would happen anytime soon.

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Jacques smiled too himself as he waited for Jackson, Silas and Joe to meet him in the Alpha's study. He had talked it over with Desiree and he felt so much freedom it was hard to contain his excitement.

"What's this all about Jacques?" Silas implored as he and the other Alphas entered the room.

"Take a seat gentlemen and I will tell you the news." He was still smiling and it was almost painful to see.

"I have decided to turn over the running of the agency to my number two in charge. He has been doing a great job in my absence and I want to do other things."

The silence that greeted his announcement was nothing compared to his mate's reaction. He imagined she was still just sitting there where he left her, with a look of total shock on her face.

"Congratulations Jacques. I hope Zack knows what lies ahead for him. But wait a minute isn't he human? How can he take over for you?"

"Well actually he is half human. Remember his mother is human but his father was a vampire."

"But doesn't that make him weak in the eyes of the purist?' Jackson asked as the others nodded their heads.

"Surely the Ancient Ones would tear him apart at the first opportunity." Silas offered and Jacques smiled once again.

"Have you seen the man Silas? He is 6'4 and 250 pounds of pure muscle. His vampire has taken charge of his life and it has been years since he has let his humanity see the light of day."

"I have to agree if I went by looks alone I wouldn't doubt him, but no matter how deep he buries his alter ego, it is still there." Jackson clasped his hands under his chin as he let his statement sink in.

"I have made up my mind about this and I hope I can count on our whole community to support him." Jacques' left no more room for questions about his replacement.

"Where is he now Jacques?" Jos asked as the men rose to leave the room.

"I sent him on his first assignment. He is picking up Ursula Fennel at the airport."

The look on his friend's faces said it all "OH SHIT!"

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Charles looked over the morning paper he was reading and smiled at the two women sitting around the table. Breakfast had been simple scrambled eggs, large juicy steaks and pancakes and they all were full.

They were still at the Dallas Hilton waiting until Jackson and Megan left for the Chambers compound. He was proud of Persia for figuring out things on her own.

He knew Ralph would think that he told her the truth, but by the time he met them at the airport they had made reservations to stay.

Charles couldn't wait to see the look on Ralph's face when they arrived back at the pack lands. Aphasia was in such a good mood it would only make her happier.

Persia was another story she was pensive and thoughtful. Her love for Ralph outweighed her anger, but she was determined to give him a piece of her mind.

She would make a wonderful Alpha. He didn't need to worry about his pack when he decided to relinquish his leadership. Persia was a true leader and he was going to make sure that she was trained in every aspect of the job.

"Father I know you are worried about me, but really I'm fine. I have learned a lot over the last few days. Most of all I've learned I have a lot more to learn." His beautiful daughter smiled at him and he relaxed visibly.

"You now my dear, you are only eleven years old. But as a Were we are much older than any number. I only wanted to keep you my baby forever, but I know that is impossible." Charles sighed and smiled as Persia jumped into his lap.

"Father I will always be your baby girl, even when I am old and gray." She kissed Charles on his cheek and snuggled into his chest.

His smile was wide and Aphasia joined him in his joy. Life was great and they hoped they could keep it that way if only for a little while.

"When do we leave Charles? We need to pack and check out of the hotel." Aphasia asked.

"Today; if you can get ready. There is no need to delay any longer. I am ready to see all of my friends in one place. After all we have something to celebrate."

The end of Fabio Marconi was an unexpected turn of events and the fact that Luna had obviously stepped in to settle the matter, was an honor to the Chambers Pack.

"Alright ladies I will call Silas and tell him of our change in plans. His mate will be happy that our children are going to repair things between them."

"I'm sure Sara will be. Her attitude was the same one I would have had if my child was being questioned by an Alpha like you."

The family laughed at the thought and rose as one to pack for their trip back to Tyler Texas.

Persia sighed contentedly. She had calmed down quite a bit and realized the lengths her future mate would go to protect her from herself. Of course she had to teach him that he was wrong in his actions, but that could wait until they were mated.

He was young in Were years and had as much to learn as she did.

She felt that Ralph would make a wonderful mate and would count the days until they would become official in the eyes of the law.

Until then she would try to remain a child for her father and mother. It was not so bad to be the Alpha's daughter after all.

With that thought in mind Persia parted her hair down the middle and made each side into a single braid. After she finished she looked more like her eleven year old self.

She changed into an elegant white dress with ruffles around the collar. The hem reached just above her knees and she wore a pair of black patent leather Mary Janes over a pair of white socks with lace tops around her ankles.

She had tried so hard to look much older of course that is what young girls did. However she knew this innocent look would halt all thoughts Ralph might have of her erotically.

"Let's go Persia" Aphasia called and the eleven year old future Alpha came into the sitting room. Her parents gasped at the sight before them and Charles grabbed Persia against his chest and kissed the top of her braided hair.

"I love you like this my love. I haven't seen this look on you since Alicia became a teenager. You wanted to be just like your sister and pestered your Mother and I relentlessly. What has brought this on my dear?"

"I told you Papa I want to be your little girl just a bit longer. I felt this was a good start."

Charles knew she hadn't told him everything, but decided not to push her.

If she wanted her secrets she could have them, he knew Aphasia would keep him abreast of all things to come.

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Ralph Chambers was in a hell of his own making. His plan was to avoid Persia Dupac until as close to her eighteenth birthday as he get. He knew it would be impossible but an idea was blooming in his head. He just had to find Stephen alone to ask a few questions.

He knew that The ASI gave their members a golden bracelet to wear that kept them indifferent to their mates. If he could get one of those he would be able to bare being around Persia without making a fool of himself.

He hadn't been able to sleep much at all since The Dupac's had left the compound and he wanted desperately to call Persia just to hear her voice. Unfortunately his pride had kept him from doing so.

He stood up from his bed and went into his on-suite to take a shower. He stripped off his boxers and looked at himself in the mirror. He was tall and well-muscled just like his brothers.

His cock was long and thick and he had used it to the fullest up until last week when he had scented Persia's wonderful smell.

He knew it was normal to fantasize about one's mate, but she was so young it made him feel guilty. But he had to smile as his dick started stiffening at the thought of her.

He stepped in the shower and let the cold water ease his heat. He was no child molester and he would obey the Were laws. Even if it killed him.

He had just finished dressing when his Father knocked on his door and entered his room.

"Hello Son. I hope you are doing well. Have you gotten any sleep?"

"I've only been able to get just a few hours. I feel so stupid for the way I acted. I know Persia will forgive me just hope it is sooner than later."

"Well I hope its sooner too, because the Dupac's have decided to return to the compound. Charles just called to let me know they are on their way."

"Why Dad? Did Alpha Dupac tell Persia what actually happened?" Ralph asked anxiety showing on his face.

"Actually Miss Persia figured it out all by herself. She was so emotional after everything happened that it took her a while to put two and two together."

Ralph sighed and sat on the foot of his bed. "Why does she have to be so young Dad? I really feel as if I am being punished for something I can't remember doing."

Silas chuckled and joined his son on the bed. "Who knows why Luna allows these things to happen Ralph? But I think you should change your attitude."

"I guess you are right, but I feel so frustrated I don't think I will be able to do that any time soon."

"Just look at this in a positive manner. You have a least found your mate. Do you know how long it takes some of our species to find their one and only?"

Silas stood to leave and he patted his son on the back. "Luna had her reasons Ralph. Don't try to figure them out just try to live with them. What other choice do you have?"

Ralph smiled at his Father and kept his thought to himself. He knew now more than ever he was going to find out about the golden bracelet.

It was the only solution he could think of right now. His beautiful mate was even more desirable because she was young and untouched.

The virginal pictures that ran through his mind gave him a smug satisfaction. She was his mate and he would be her only lover.

That thought brought a groan to the surface, and he hurriedly focused on getting some breakfast before he burst with desire.

As luck would have it Stephan was sitting alone in the dining hall. Ralph joined him. He felt a bit apprehensive about asking him about The ASI but he was desperate for answers.

"Hi Stephan it great to find you here this morning I really need your advice."

"I'd be glad to help you Ralph. What's on your mind?"

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As you know Persia is my destined mate. We will have to wait seven years to be mated and I was trying to think of a way to ease my sexual desires toward her in the meantime."

"I see, and how do you think I can help you?"

"Well I heard about the golden bracelet you used to wear, and I was wondering if it really curbed your urges toward Alicia."

Stephan looked thoughtfully at the young man in front of him. It was really a perfect solution. Mates were aggressively possessive and sexually attracted to each other.

When he wore that damned piece of jewelry it killed all of those desires he had.

"I think that it would help you Ralph, but you have to talk to Jacques about getting one. As far as I know you must join the ASI to get one."

"I was hoping that wouldn't be the case Stephan. I want to go to school, not be a secret agent."

Stephan laughed at his friend and said, "Sometimes you must sacrifice to get what you want my friend. Did you stop to think that maybe a stint working for the ASI would keep your mind off Persia for a while? Say maybe seven years?"

"Not funny Stephan, what could I possibly do for them? I tried to fool Persia and she figured it out anyway. I'm not a genius or specialist in anything."

"That is why Jacques is the director. He has an uncanny way of figuring out what you might be good at. The usual commitment is 10 years. Maybe he will give you a break"

"Ten years! I can't do that."

"Well you see what happened to me. I love Alicia so much it hurts. But the pain is certainly worth the cure. We can't keep our hands off each other."

Ralph looked at his friend and smiled. He knew their conversation would be over pretty quickly now. He could smell Stephan's arousal. He would be meeting Alicia very soon.

"Sorry Ralph I must go. But give what I said some thought. You never know what Director Metairie might say."

"Thank you Stephan, I guess I'll see you and Alicia at dinner. Also tell her that her parents and Persia are coming back to the compound. They didn't leave the country after all."

"Great! I'm sure she will be glad to hear it." Stephan stood and left.

He'd certainly given Ralph a lot to consider. He would make his decision after seeing Persia again.

If he couldn't control himself any better he would seek out the Director. He felt like that would be his only way out.

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Becky and Hazel were very quiet on the ride home. They sat close together and touched each other with love, not sexuality.

The men noticed but didn't say anything. They were a complete family now and they had shared a wonderful time in Louisiana. A time they would not soon forget.

They had decided not to continue at the Chambers compound and would broach the subject of their liaisons with Joe after they settled in their own pack.

They could trust Joe and knew that he and Louisa would understand their love for one another. But it wasn't that important, they loved their mates and their play time was only that, just a little fun.

Yes Ambrose and Abe smiled in satisfaction, after all they had fulfilled their fantasies and it had been great. Now it was time to get back to the real world; a world where Fabio Marconi no longer existed.

Hazel and Becky continued to hold each other and communicated silently. They were each taking a potion given to them by Drusilla. Hazel's potion was to control her during heat but also a birth control formula.

Becky was not taking the birth control and because the drug controlled her urges during heat she didn't even register the change.